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Very Good

#815 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 17% in state

Freeport High School

High School · FREEPORT UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

50 S BROOKSIDE AVE, Freeport, NY 11520

Enrollment

2,289

Student-Teacher

13.9:1

Score

7.9

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#815 of 4,742

In Freeport

#3 of 8

public schools

In district

#3 of 8

FREEPORT UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

Equity

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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About Freeport High School

Freeport High School is a public high school in Freeport, NY, part of FREEPORT UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Freeport High School serves approximately 2,289 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Freeport High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #815 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Freeport High School show 84% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 87% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it compares0.9 pts above NY schools
  • This school 7.9 · Very Good
  • NY avg 7.0

What Parents Should Know

Freeport High School is a large school: 2,289 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.2Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change+0.4 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2021
TrendStable
Academics9.3Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency82% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency85% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency84% (2021 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2021 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+34.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile89th
College Readiness5.7Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate88%
AP Participation15.9%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment7.8Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$30,616
Chronic Absenteeism22.7%

Freeport High School — Students at Freeport High School score 84% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

57.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 83.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 86.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
88%
ELA
89%
2010
Math
90%
ELA
90%
2011
Math
90%
ELA
90%
2012
Math
92%
ELA
91%
2013
Math
30%
ELA
44%
2014
Math
90%
ELA
91%
2015
Math
94%
ELA
91%
2016
Math
89%
ELA
89%
2017
Math
85%
ELA
93%
2018
Math
89%
ELA
95%
2019
Math
89%
ELA
95%
2020*
Math
82%
ELA
85%
2021*
Math
82%
ELA
85%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.2/10.

How Freeport High School Compares

See how Freeport High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.9/10
83th percentile in NY
Academic
9.3/10
Excellent
Growth
9.2/10
Excellent
Environment
7.8/10
Very Good
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.4
Sports
26
13 boys' · 13 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
58%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
165 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.7%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
15.9% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics26sports offered
13 boys'·13 girls'·36 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

50 S BROOKSIDE AVE, Freeport, NY 11520

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Freeport High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. BALDWIN SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 9.1/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Baldwin), which scores notably higher. Another option is WOODWARD CHILDRENS CENTER (rated 8.8/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, SOUTH SIDE HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Rockville Centre), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Freeport, see our Freeport schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
BAYVIEW AVENUE SCHOOL Freeport 0.5 mi 8.2
BALDWIN SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Baldwin 0.9 mi 9.1
WOODWARD CHILDRENS CENTER Freeport 0.7 mi 8.8
BROOKSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Baldwin 1.0 mi 7.7
STEELE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Baldwin 1.0 mi 7.9
CAROLINE G ATKINSON SCHOOL Freeport 1.0 mi 5.6
ARCHER STREET SCHOOL Freeport 0.9 mi 5.1
PLAZA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Baldwin 0.9 mi 7.6
JOHN W DODD MIDDLE SCHOOL Freeport 1.0 mi 4.9
LEO F GIBLYN SCHOOL Freeport 1.3 mi 8.5
SOUTH SIDE HIGH SCHOOL Rockville Centre 1.3 mi 8.7
NEW VISIONS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Freeport 1.2 mi 7.9
CENTENNIAL AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Roosevelt 1.6 mi 5.6
MEADOW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Baldwin 1.6 mi 8.1
SCHOOL 3 Oceanside 1.4 mi 7.2
BALDWIN MIDDLE SCHOOL Baldwin 1.7 mi 7.0
COLUMBUS AVENUE SCHOOL Freeport 1.4 mi 6.3
WILSON SCHOOL Rockville Centre 1.5 mi 8.2
ROOSEVELT CHILDREN'S ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Roosevelt 1.6 mi 4.9
LENOX ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Baldwin 1.8 mi 7.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11520 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$119,407

Median Home Value

$480,600

Median Rent

$1,984/mo

Population

44,873

College Educated

27.3%

Homeownership

71.2%

Avg Commute

33.2 min

Poverty Rate

6.2%

Median Age

38.9

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NEWFIELD HIGH SCHOOL Selden, NY 7.9
ROY C KETCHAM SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Wappingers Falls, NY 7.9
JOHN JAY SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Hopewell Junction, NY 8.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Freeport High School

What grades does Freeport High School serve?

Freeport High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Freeport High School?

Freeport High School has an enrollment of approximately 2,289 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Freeport High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Freeport High School is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Freeport High School rank in NY?

Freeport High School ranks #815 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Freeport High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Freeport High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Freeport High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Freeport High School has 84% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 87% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is Freeport High School a charter school?

No, Freeport High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Freeport High School a Title I school?

No, Freeport High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Freeport High School?

57.8% of students at Freeport High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
72 Very Walkable
Transit Score
49 Some Transit
Bike Score
51 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
2,289
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
165
Free/Reduced Lunch
57.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Nassau County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.7%
4-Year Graduation
88.0%

District

FREEPORT UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
6,343
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$30,616
District Rank
#3 of 8

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